Grants Quality and Integrity Coordinator - State Program Administrative Coordinator

Working Title

Grants Quality and Integrity Coordinator

State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Human Services Dept

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Limited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/27/2026
• Closing Date: 03/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: DHS - Central Office / OPR Compliance Office
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• Anticipated Duration:
  Two (2) years
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  No

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

• This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
• This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; the position is expected to last up to two (2) years.

As a Grants Quality and Integrity Coordinator, you will serve as the central point of contact for coordinating contract and grant integrity checks and supporting agency compliance with statutory requirements.

• Develop, implement, and administer a program that ensures individuals and entities excluded under Minnesota Statutes, section 245.095, do not receive public funds through Department of Human Services (DHS) grants or contracts.
• Administer and oversee a centralized program aligned with the Limits on Public Funds statutory requirements, including standardized processes and a system for receiving, tracking, investigating, reporting, and mitigating risks related to contract and grant integrity checks.
• Conduct and manage quality and integrity checks on grants and contracts as requested by the enterprise.
• Utilize a variety of data sources to collect, analyze, and report relevant information.
• Coordinate and support additional grant monitoring activities and quality checks as determined necessary to support program integrity, compliance, and risk mitigation efforts.

• Three (3) years experience in quality assurance, auditing, or a related field.
• Experience must demonstrate:
• Investigation experience in the area of compliance or a related field.
• Developing and implementing programs, policies, and/or procedures.
• Risk management and internal control experience.
• Analyzing and interpreting data.

• Familiarity with state and federal grant and contract regulations and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in assessing and evaluating functions using the United States Government Accountability Office Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government to internal control work (aka “the Green Book”) in practical situations.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job‑related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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